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What is the method for factorising the expression 'x^2 + 3x + 2'?

First look at the constant coefficient, which in this case is 2. You need two numbers which will multiply together to make this number. The only pairs of numbers that will make 2, are (1 and 2) or (-1 and -2...
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Answered by Will W. • Maths tutor
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How would I do a close reading?

A close reading involves an engaged and focused discussion of form, meter, language, style and themes. This includes recognising where the writer has used techniques such as metaphors, alliteration or assona...
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Factorise 4xy-6xz

Method First Look for a term (i.e x , y, z) which is in all the compoents Also look if there is a possible common factor that the compoents share Soloution ​x is a shared term , and 2 is a common multiple Th...
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Answered by Cameron T. • Maths tutor
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Make a the subject of the following equation, p=(3a+5)/(4-a)

In this question I would initially aim to get an a on both sides of the equation. My first step would be to multiply both sides by (4-a) to do this. After this point I would expand out the brackets on the le...
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Answered by Martin O. • Maths tutor
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How to use 'ser' and 'estar'

Both ser and estar translate in English as 'to be'. Ser and estar, however, are very different in both meaning and usage. First of all it is important to note that both ser and estar are irregular verbs. For...
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